Surrender
Elvis Presley/J.D. Sumner & the Stamps Lyrics
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Burning with a strange desire
And I know, each time I kiss you
That your heart's on fire too
So, my darling, please surrender (Surrender)
All your love so warm and tender (Surrender)
Let me hold you in my arms, dear
All the stars will tell the story
Of our love and all its glory
Let us take this night of magic
And make it a night of love
Won't you please surrender to me (Surrender)
Your lips, your arms, your heart, dear (Surrender)
Be mine forever
Be mine tonight
The lyrics to the song Surrender by Elvis Presley and The Jordanaires talk about a passionate love between two people. The first stanza talks about their kisses that ignite a fire in their hearts. The second stanza is a plea to the lover to surrender their love that is so warm and tender. The singer wants to hold their lover in their arms while the moon shines above. They believe that this night of magic should be turned into a night of love, where the stars will tell the story of their love and its glory. They plead for their lover to surrender to them, their lips, arms, and heart, forever.
The song Surrender by Elvis Presley and The Jordanaires is a romantic song that expresses the intense feelings of love between two people. The song was released by RCA Victor in 1961 and was written by Doc Pomus and Mort Shuman. It was a commercial success and reached number one in the UK Singles Chart, and number two on the Billboard Hot 100 in the US.
Line by Line Meaning
When we kiss my heart's on fire
I feel passionate every time I kiss you.
Burning with a strange desire
I experience a strong, overwhelming feeling of love.
And I know, each time I kiss you
I realize that your heart is also set ablaze by our kisses.
That your heart's on fire too
You also feel the same intensity of love as me.
So, my darling, please surrender (Surrender)
Please submit to me and let us be together.
All your love so warm and tender (Surrender)
Be vulnerable and open with your love towards me.
Let me hold you in my arms, dear
I want to physically embrace you and show my affection.
While the moon shines bright above
The romantic surroundings enhance the moment.
All the stars will tell the story
The beauty of the night sky will reflect how amazing our love story is.
Of our love and all its glory
Our love is incredible and deserves to shine bright.
Let us take this night of magic
Let us embrace the magical night and enjoy it fully.
And make it a night of love
Let us make this night special by taking our love to another level.
Won't you please surrender to me (Surrender)
Please give yourself to me fully.
Your lips, your arms, your heart, dear (Surrender)
I want everything that you have to offer, your kisses, your physical touch, and most importantly, your love.
Be mine forever
I want to be with you for eternity.
Be mine tonight
I want this night to be memorable and special.
Lyrics © IMAGEM U.S. LLC
Written by: DOC POMUS, MORT SHUMAN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Edward Spanjer
Nobody did and nobody will ever. Beautiful heavenly voices.
Like angles, sweet sweet spirit.
Haven't heard it for a long time.
Time fades away. Sad.
Elvis On Tour, great documentary.
Beautiful man. Beautiful music.
Beautiful lost soul.
Elvis had it all, God damn prescription pills
and nobody had the guts to talk to Elvis that he's ruining he life.
But, Elvis is with his mother, brother, father and the good lord.
God bless them souls.
RIP, Elvis. Í still miss you,
your music's here but, you are not. Later, man. ✌👋✝️💚
nurit diker
There's a sweet sweet spirit in this place
And I know that it's the spirit of the Lord
There are sweet expressions on each face
And I know that it's the presence of the Lord
Sweet Holy Spirit
Sweet heavenly dove
Stay right here with us
Filling us with your love
And for these blessings
We lift our hearts in praise (hearts in praise)
Without a doubt we'll know that we have been revived
When we shall leave this place
JANET SENATORE
The tears rolling down Elvis’ face say it all. He was singing to the Lord even though he wasn’t audibly singing.
Just my two bits
That’s sweat.
Daddy McPapi
@Just my two bitssweat and tears?
Dave D.
After Elvis’s🕺 concerts he would sing Gospel songs with the stamps quartet for hours, this song had special meaning for him- because the song is about God’s Holy Spirit ✝️
Marcia Allsbrook
Elvis was so touched by this beautiful song. He could see it in his face. Rip to all who have left us. We miss you!❤
William barret
Something true
an Y
Beautiful just Beautiful!
Omg, the reverance Elvis is. showing simply by just listening is palpable. Elvis is moved and uplifted deep within his soul here, his facial expression says it all.
He may have been the star of the show yet he always made way to let others have their time in spotlight, his love and admiration for JD and Stamps never failed, also for his band and backing singers.
This performance alone shows without a doubt the humility of Elvis Presley.
Shaun Hoyme
Amen
Gracie G
The stamps sang this song at his funeral. Thry knew what he liked. Vernon asked JD to plan the songs.
an Y
@gracieg7601 yes, I read that JD was in charge of hymns to be sung.